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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $59,350

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $92,575

Lowest Total Invoice: $55,262

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $86,094

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520112011
ModelSLSLA5 / S5A5 / S5
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGA5 2.0TS5 3.0T
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $148,050 $215,250 $42,450 $59,050
Base Invoice $137,687 $200,183 $39,479 $54,917
Driver Assistance Package 2,950      
Wood trim 0 0 400 500
Adaptive cruise control     2,100 2,100
Prestige Package     8,700 5,900
Comfort Package     2,400 1,400
Sport Package     1,450  
Blind spot warning system     500 500
Metallic paint (extra cost)     475 475
Audi Drive Select Package       3,950
Driver Assistance Package 2,744      
Wood trim 0 0 372 466
Adaptive cruise control     1,954 1,954
Prestige Package     8,092 5,487
Comfort Package     2,232 1,302
Sport Package     1,349  
Blind spot warning system     466 466
Metallic paint (extra cost)     443 443
Audi Drive Select Package       3,673
Options (change) 2,950 0 16,025 14,825
Options (change) 2,744 0 14,908 13,791
Destination 925 925 875 875
Gas Tax 0 1,300 0 0
Total Price $151,925 $217,475 $59,350 $74,750
Total Invoice $141,356 $202,408 $55,262 $69,583

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $78,960
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $73,426
Model Year2015201520112011
ModelSLSLA5 / S5A5 / S5
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGA5 2.0TS5 3.0T
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine577hp V8621hp V12211hp I4333hp V6
TransmissionT7T7CVT-8S7
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 11900, 12505, 14505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$151,925$217,475$59,350$74,750
Adjustments for Features-13,615-17,9150-4,000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$138,310$199,560$59,350$70,750
Cost Above Minimum$0$61,250$0$11,400
Total Invoice$141,356$202,408$55,262$69,583
Adjustments for Features-12,668-16,6740-3,724
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$128,688$185,734$55,262$65,859
Cost Above Minimum$0$57,046$0$10,597

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year2015201520112011
ModelSLSLA5 / S5A5 / S5
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGA5 2.0TS5 3.0T
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200  
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT  $1100 
7-speed automated manual   $1200
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control  $600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850  
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100  
Power door closers $300  
Power rear side windows  $200$200
Power trunk closer$350$350  
Remote app$25$25  
Remote window/roof operation$15$15  
Semi-automated parking system$500$500  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350  
Wind blocker  $300$300
Wind blocker, power small$300$300  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200  
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150  
Lane departure prevention$150$150  
Lane departure warning$200$200  
Night vision $1750  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150  
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50  
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system$0$0  
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250$250
Residual heat$50$50  
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150  
Raised top speed limiter$0$0  
Exterior 
Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel $2000  
Glass roof panel(s)$300$300  
Power convertible top  $4000$4000
Power retractable hardtop$6750$6750  
Rear spoiler$200$200  
Infotainment 
App support$0$0  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
In-vehicle Internet$150$150  
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225  
Traffic + travel information$25$25  
Traffic information  $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75
Chronometer$100$100  
Compass  $0$0
Cornering lights$50$50  
Headlight washers$50$50  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300  
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300  
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Folding second row seats  $300$300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200  
Leather headliner $1000  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Massage, driver seat$100$100  
Massage, passenger seat$100$100  
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150  
Metal pedals$75$75  
No leather in second row$-300$-300  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Synthetic suede headliner$650   
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering   $1000
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000$4000  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 $200
Transmission 
Launch control$100   
Total Value of Features$21,065$25,365$7,450$11,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$13,615$17,915$0$4,000
Value of Feature Adjustments-12,668-16,6740-3,724

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20152011
ModelSLA5 / S5
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Wheelbase101.8 in108.3 in
Length181.8 in182.1 in
Width73.9 in73.0 in
Height51.8 in54.4 in
Curb Weight3,936 lb.4,001 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.5 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in46.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in31.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
8.5 ft310.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.5 ft310.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested40020%
Total Not Requested160080%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested351586%
Total Not Requested57514%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
255/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested70064%
Total Not Requested40036%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 3.0T

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Active rear differential500No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active steering1000No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70032%
Total Not Requested150068%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested201583%
Total Not Requested42517%

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